Three years after our breakup, my ex-boyfriend dragged me to get our marriage certificate.

Initially, those young ladies approached Lin Qingyi out of consideration for Qiao Suining.

But now, those people are surrounding Lin Qingyi and trying to curry favor with her, all in order to buy one of her paintings.

They said they wanted to buy her paintings, but what they really wanted was an admission ticket to Master Xie Yanzhi's art.

Lin Qingyi accepted all their friend requests and earnestly recounted her connection with Master Xie.

The pure white strapless evening gown, with its minimalist design, only accentuated her resemblance to a handful of snowflakes in the clouds, exuding a cool and noble aura.

She stood in the very center of the crowd, discussing paintings and the market with those wealthy young ladies.

She doesn't need to deliberately hold her head high; the confidence and composure that emanates from her very being are enough to make this her stage.

Ji Yuhuai held a half-empty glass of whiskey in his hand, his gaze passing through the obstructing crowd and settling on that pure white figure.

As expected of Lin Qingyi, even when she fell into the dust and was in a sorry state.

But wherever she appears, she is the most dazzling presence.

But he hated her like that.

"Ah Huai, is that still the Lin Qingyi I know?"

He Zhixu's feelings were inexplicably complicated.

The Lin Qingyi he knew was obedient and gentle.

But now, she shines brightly and has the confidence to control the entire scene.

Even Qiao Suining, that arrogant and domineering woman, became a little fangirl in front of her.

Qiao Suining walked towards her, a smile playing on her lips, and quietly gave her a thumbs up.

"Qingyi, I've just been thinking, I'll help you open an art studio."

Qiao Suining lowered her voice and said to her in a consultative tone, "Even if I'm not in Tianjin for a short time, as long as the art studio is opened in my name, no one will dare to cause trouble."

Lin Qingyi was somewhat flattered. "I... don't have many works. I only consigned them to 'Liubai' before. I can't afford to open a studio."

"What does it matter? Things are valued for their scarcity."

Qiao Suining gripped her wrist and shook it repeatedly. "I just want to do something for you, please don't refuse me, okay?"

Looking into those sincere eyes, Lin Qingyi lowered her gaze guiltily.

"Shall I think about it?" Lin Qingyi asked tentatively. "I'll go back and organize my work."

"Okay." Qiao Suining nodded happily. "Then you should reply to me as soon as possible."

Lin Qingyi couldn't just tell Qiao Suining directly that her goal was to return to Beicheng.

She could no longer continue living in Tianjin.

"Ningning."

"Hmm?" Qiao Suining looked at her.

"Was the hospital where you did your training at Beicheng People's Hospital?" Lin Qingyi asked, somewhat embarrassed.

She shouldn't take advantage of Qiao Suining anymore.

But she had no other choice at the moment.

"That's right." Qiao Suining nodded. "The best hospital in the country."

"You know I was injured before." Lin Qingyi paused, "I need a second surgery to remove the metal plate in my wrist, and I'm a little scared..."

Qiao Suining replied without hesitation, "Then let's have the surgery at Beicheng People's Hospital. I'll be there for you."

"But..." Lin Qingyi's eyes suddenly reddened, "Ji Yuhuai and I... he won't let me go back to Beicheng."

Qiao Suining was stunned, somewhat unable to understand Lin Qingyi's words.

What does it mean that Ji Yuhuai forbids her from returning to Beicheng?

Is Ji Yuhuai some kind of supreme ruler? Does he think whatever he says goes?

"If we don't go to Beicheng People's Hospital, do you have any recommendations for hospitals in Tianjin?"

Qiao Suining looked at her and saw that her dark eyes were filled with helplessness and sadness.

Her heart softened, and she reached out to ruffle the girl's hair. "Don't worry, I'll take you back to Beicheng for the surgery. If Ji Yuhuai dares to say another word, I'll immediately go find my uncle."

Qiao Suining's father resides in Tianjin and has already reached the highest position.

Her uncle was transferred to the northern part of the city a few years ago, and now he is also reaching the peak.

Most of the Ji family's projects depend on his uncle's meager earnings.

However, what she dislikes most is using power to oppress others.

But since Ji Yuhuai is going to be a local tyrant, she absolutely has to protect Lin Qingyi!

"Wouldn't that be too much trouble?"

Lin Qingyi was troubled.

"It's no trouble at all." Qiao Suining waved her hand casually. "Just wait patiently, we'll leave in the next couple of days."

Lin Qingyi subconsciously looked at the figure in the corner.

In Qiao Suining's view, she was worried that Ji Yuhuai would cause trouble.

In reality, Lin Qingyi's gaze was precisely fixed on Ji Yuhuai.

The moment their eyes met, Lin Qingyi's smile deepened.

She had lost her composure and ladylike demeanor.

Instead, she slightly raised her chin and looked at him with an extremely provocative gaze.

Then, she raised her finger, gave him the middle finger, and mouthed, "Just you wait."

Ji Yuhuai's hand, which was gripping the wine glass, suddenly tightened.

He seemed to have thought of something, and his temples throbbed.

He got up and walked towards that dazzling figure. The others tactfully made way for him, and Qiao Suining went to entertain the other friends.

"Have you had enough fun?" Ji Yuhuai looked at her calmly. "Grandpa is waiting for you."

Lin Qingyi slowly tidied the stray hairs by her ear, parted her red lips slightly, and said in a soft voice, "I'm not going."

Ji Yuhuai's face darkened, his gaze seeming to burn holes through her.

"Lin Qingyi, have I given you the time of day?"

"Aren't you afraid that if I, this fly, are taken back to the He family, I'll go looking for Egg Ding?"

Lin Qingyi met his gaze, her tone clearly mocking.

"So vengeful?" Ji Yuhuai frowned uncomfortably.

"Qingyi." He Zhixu walked over. "Ah Huai was just joking with me. He wasn't targeting you."

I apologize to you on his behalf.

"Mr. He, I haven't settled our score with you yet," Lin Qingyi reminded him.

He Zhixu took a step back guiltily, "Whether you believe it or not, I really didn't mean it that way."

He really just went to give Lin Qingyi a breakup fee.

"I only believe that the one million is real." Lin Qingyi pouted. "I don't believe the rest."

Ji Yuhuai took out his phone, found the transfer page, and held it up in front of her.

"Stop talking nonsense," he said. "How much do you want? Press it yourself."

"Great." Lin Qingyi typed a string of 8s. "Go wait for me at the entrance. I'll tell Ningning."

After saying that, Lin Qingyi turned and walked towards the crowd.

Qiao Suining took her hand and led her to the door.

"Qingyi, there's something I'd like to ask you for a favor."

Qiao Suining thought for a moment, then spoke up.

"We don't need to be so polite between us. No matter what, I'll go through fire and water to help you."

Lin Qingyi's voice was filled with unwavering resolve.

Given your relationship with Ji Yuhuai, He Zhixu is definitely not on guard against you either.

Qiao Suining chuckled self-deprecatingly, "I want you to help me find out He Zhixu's mistress."

Lin Qingyi's head buzzed, and she suddenly felt dizzy and had a suicidal urge.